| Compiler |
Knott, E. R. (Eustace Reynolds), 1880- |
| Title |
Knott's pop-corn book
Dedicated to the health the happiness the wealth of all people
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 82.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Charlene Taylor, Neil Mercer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Knott's Pop-Corn Book" by E.R. Knott is a comprehensive guidebook on the production and marketing of popcorn, written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a detailed manual for aspiring popcorn manufacturers, outlining everything from the handling of raw corn to the machinery needed for processing and packaging. The likely topic includes insights into the health benefits of popcorn, recipes, production techniques, and business strategies for entering the popcorn market. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the fundamental aspects of popcorn production, emphasizing its nutritional value and growing popularity. Knott discusses the importance of selecting the right corn varieties, such as White Rice, and the necessary conditions for optimal popping quality. He outlines the process of manufacturing popcorn—from popping to packaging—while also stressing the significance of using quality ingredients and effective machinery. The initial chapters provide a strong foundation for anyone interested in the popcorn industry, hinting at the potential opportunities for local production and demand. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
TX: Technology: Home economics
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| Subject |
Popcorn
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
64494 |
| Release Date |
Feb 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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